Palace Hotel Gwangju

Hotels
8.3 (135 reviews)
13, Jungang-ro 160beon-gil, Dong-gu , Gwangju , kr

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Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent central location (shopping/attractions within walking distance)
Spacious, comfortable rooms
Underground parking available
Friendly and helpful staff
Good value for money
Daily housekeeping and towels
Cons:
Hotel and rooms feel dated/aging
Occasional cleanliness incidents (cockroach, found condom wrapper)
Some rooms have cheap/uncomfortable mattresses
No dedicated bedside light switch (requires removing key card at night)
No laundry service; occasional noisy fridge

Categories

Cleanliness
7
Generally reported as clean and daily housekeeping/towels provided, but isolated issues (empty condom wrapper in nightstand, a large dead cockroach) lowered perceived cleanliness.
Service
8.8
Staff described as friendly, welcoming and helpful (helped find taxis); overall service sentiment is positive.
Location
9.5
Repeatedly praised as centrally located in the shopping/entertainment district with easy access to attractions and transport.
Room Quality
7.5
Rooms described as large and comfortable but the hotel/rooms are aging (worn parquet, old aesthetic) and some guests noted cheap/uncomfortable mattresses and occasional noisy fridge.
Amenities
7.8
Underground parking and elevator praised; daily supplies (water/coffee) provided. Some negatives: noisy fridge, no laundry service, inconvenient lack of bedside light switch.
Value for Money
9
Multiple guests commented that the price is very reasonable for the room size and location, calling it good value.
Food and Beverage
8.3
Standard quality for this hotel tier
Overall Experience
8.5
Overall comfortable and pleasant stays reported: large, clean rooms and helpful staff outweigh aging decor and occasional cleanliness/comfort issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 08:08

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation

Palace Hotel Gwangju offers a luxurious stay with modern amenities. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, private bathroom, and comfortable bedding, ensuring a relaxing experience for guests.

Convenient Facilities

Guests can enjoy the convenience of a fitness centre, hot tub, and 24-hour front desk. The hotel also provides free WiFi throughout the property and complimentary private parking for those traveling by car.

Nearby Attractions

Located near popular landmarks such as Gwangju Art Street and Gwangju National Museum, Palace Hotel Gwangju is the perfect choice for travelers interested in exploring the cultural and historical sites of the city.

Book your stay at Palace Hotel Gwangju for a luxurious and convenient experience in Gwangju.

Important information:

Please note the following benefits for guests staying overnight,
-Shooting gallery within the property is available for free
-Discount coupon of nearby movie theater ticket
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 135 reviews
Cleanliness: 7
Service: 8.8
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 7.5
Amenities: 7.8
Value for Money: 9
Food and Beverage: 8.3
Overall Experience: 8.5
J
Judith • couple • es
7
Buena ubicación y hotel
Pros:

Muy bien la ubicación. El estilo del hotel un poco antiguo, pero muy buen tamaño. Mucha comodidad de movilidad.

Cons:

Se podría modernizar la estética.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • couple • es
10
Muy bien
Pros:

Muy confortable, me gustó.

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Chaves Lopez • solo_traveller • cr
10
It was perfect
Pros:

Rooms are big, clean, very well equipped and the location is amazing

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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philippe • couple • fr
7
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Van • solo_traveller • ch
6
Pros:

Emplacement parfait, parking juste dessous, correspondant au prix.

Cons:

Hôtel vieillissant, parquet qui ne tient plus, odeur ancienne de tabac.

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Kwon • solo_traveller • kr
8
광주 중심가 가성비호텔
Pros:

지하주차장 편리하게 이용할 수 있어 좋았어요.
위치도 광주 번화가라 맛집, 쇼핑 등 즐겁게 여행할 수 있었어요

Cons:

시설은 조금 낡은 느낌이 보편적으로는 마이너스 포인트겠지만 전 괜찮았어요

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Sabine • couple • de
8
Pros:

Die Unterkunft liegt mitten in der Shoppingstraße, es war aber trotzdem sehr ruhig. Das Zimmer war sehr groß und sauber Für den PKW gibt es eine Garage. Alles sehr unkompliziert.

Cons:

Das ganze Hotel ist etwas in die Jahre gekommen Als wir eincheckten, war im Bad eine riesige tote Kakerlake. Ich habe aber keine weiteren gesehen. Deckenlicht hat keinen eigenen Schalter, daher muss man die Zimmerkarte nachts heraus nehmen und hat dadurch die ganze Nacht kein Licht und keinen Strom mehr, um die Mobilgeräte zu laden. Kein Drama, aber etwas unpraktisch.

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Cassandra • solo_traveller • kr
7
2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Chiara • couple • it
9
comfortable location
Pros:

the property is in a really central location, and many of the city’s main attractions are within walk distance. the room was really big and comfortable.

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Josette • family_with_children • fr
8
Hôtel très bien situé, grande chambre confortable
Pros:

Hôtel très bien situé, grande chambre confortable, l'hôte nous a aidées à trouver un taxi pour le départ

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Arne • solo_traveller • de
6
Pros:

Great location and price. New towels provided every day.

Cons:

There was an empty condom wrapper in the nightstand when I checked in. The mattress was very cheap and uncomfortable. The fridge was quite loud and occasionally the light at the door would turn on for no reason.

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Rajshree • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Iosifov • solo_traveller • il
10
2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Victoria • couple • fr
7
2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Yoris • couple • be
7
2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Vriend • couple • nl
6
2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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KOJI • solo_traveller • jp
8
Pros:

市の中心部で、この広さと設備で、この値段は
格安という気がします。また、使いたい。

Cons:

特別なし。

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Alexander • couple • de
7
Günstig und gut gelegen
Pros:

Gute Lage an der Einkaufszone, geräumiges Zimmer, kostenloses Parken in der Tiefgarage

Cons:

Kein Lichtschalter für das Schlafzimmer vorhanden, so dass man die Hotelkarte nachts rausnehmen musste. Dadurch allerdings kein Strom fürs Aufladen der Smartphones

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Anna • solo_traveller • be
7
Nice location
Pros:

The hotel is in the middle of the shopping streets. 3min walking to the bus stop. The hotel itself was outdated. There is also an elevator available.

Cons:

No laundry possible.

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Heino • solo_traveller • de
9
Pros:

Schönes großes Zimmer und Bad sowie täglicher Zimmerservice. Freundliches Personal.

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee